critical systems

Language: en

📖 Definitions

  1. Systems that are essential for the basic functioning of an organization, facility, or society, where failure causes severe disruption or harm.; Components within high-risk industries designed to prevent catastrophic accidents or maintain physical safety protocols.; Digital infrastructure and software applications vital for maintaining business continuity and data security.

💬 Examples

  1. The city relies on critical systems like water treatment and power grids to maintain public health.

  2. Experts warn that such incursions pose a direct threat to critical systems, potentially compromising the cooling mechanisms necessary to prevent a meltdown or radioactive release.

  3. The company invested heavily in securing its critical systems against ransomware attacks.